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Comedians ‘Thinking Drinkers’ to visit Exeter pubs on gruelling adventure to save British boozers

'Thinking Drinkers' Tom Sandham and Ben McFarland are visiting Exeter’s pubs on a gruelling 1,000-mile plus, two-week journey on a tandem bike to toast the great British pub and highlight the industry’s crisis.

The pair are cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats and showcasing how wonderful and versatile pubs can be by ONLY eating, drinking, sleeping and stopping in British boozers, including Mill On The Exe and Thorveton Arms in Exeter.

“If we don’t use pubs, we’ll lose them – so that’s what we’re doing, relying entirely on lovely ‘locals’ during our nationwide ride...

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Network Rail commits to summer of Dawlish beach cleans

Network Rail has announced that throughout the summer, staff will be undertaking regular beach cleans along the Dawlish sea front to help keep the beach clean and free from rubbish. The commitment follows the break in work to improve the resilience of the sea wall between Dawlish station and Kennaway tunnel over the peak tourist season.

At least once a week, during low tide, staff will meet to keep the popular beach clear of litter.

The decision to carry out the weekly litter pick follows on from an initial beach clean in early July, when staff focused on the areas around...

Savvy South West savers lead the #FixFirst charge!

A survey by the UK’s leading online spare parts retailer, eSpares, has found that residents from the South West are saving money and protecting the environment by taking the time to fix broken household appliances. 46% of the region would prefer to have items repaired than needlessly throw them away. Results also found the main reason for residents in the region fixing appliances themselves being ‘to save the cost of buying new’ at 61%, the highest in the UK.

On a national scale, the survey conversely found that 75% of the UK population don’t bother to fix appliances themselves,...

A guide to making your car look brand new

Buying and maintaining a car can be relatively expensive, which is why some people avoid doing it. However, it also comes with a lot of conveniences, such as helping you get from one point to another more quickly. Seeing as you can tend to invest so much money into keeping a car, you want to keep it in the best shape possible. There are a few small things you can do on a regular basis that will make sure your car looks up to standard. Continue reading to see how you can keep your car looking brand new and in tip-top shape.

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Keeping your car clean can...

5 Hobbies That Can Make You Money

Did you know that many common hobbies can make you money? Turning your favourite hobby into a money-making business is a fantastic way to make a career out of something that you love. With this in mind, here are five popular hobbies that could make you money.

1. Writing

There are plenty of ways to make money from quality writing. For instance, many writers start their own blog focusing on a topic that they’re passionate about; this could be anything from fashion and food to business and politics. Over time, you should build up a regular flow of visitors to your blog, and...

Domestic abuse bill requires significant cash investment says Exeter lawyer

Exeter lawyer Penny Scott, who has contributed to the consultation on the Domestic Abuse Bill which is now being debated in Parliament, says more investment is needed if the Bill is to be effective.

Penny, who is a partner at Cartridges Law and chair of the Family Law Committee of the Law Society, said it was part of the business of the Committee to respond to bills of this nature with recommendations.

The bill had its first reading this month in the House of Commons and will be debated following its second reading on a date due to be announced.

And Penny said...

Summer fun for everyone at The Donkey Sanctuary

As The Donkey Sanctuary’s 50th anniversary celebrations continue, the Sidmouth sanctuary offers a whole host of activities and events providing the perfect family day out this summer. From the ‘People’s Choice Award’ winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden, to the annual Summer Fair and the new ‘Adoption Donkey Guess Who Trail’.

The ‘Chelsea’ show garden has been rebuilt at the Sidmouth sanctuary, giving visitors the chance to see it for free for many years to come. The garden is a lasting legacy from the prestigious show. It was designed to showcase the charity’s international work...

Three SW groups shortlisted for housebuilder's £1m prize fund

Regional housebuilder Persimmon Homes South West has shortlisted three groups supporting under-18s to go forward for a chance to win up to £100,000 through its Building Futures campaign.

The groups have been selected from three categories targeting grassroots sports groups, health organisations and arts & education projects.

Shine 21 Dorset Down Syndrome Buddy Club will represent the arts & education category at the national final, North Devon Marlins Swim Academy has been selected to represent sport and Compass Disability Services health.

Shine21 is a...

Family friendly event marks 100 years of bus travel in Devon

The largest gathering of historic Devon General buses for many years will be on display at Newton Abbot Racecourse, to celebrate the centenary of Devon General.

The Devon General Centenary Rally will take place at Newton Abbot Racecourse on Sunday 4 August, from 10am to 4pm, and promises to be a fun-filled day for families and bus enthusiasts alike.

Organised by the Devon General Society and supported by Stagecoach South West, the free to enter event marks 100 years since the founding of Devon General, giving members of the public a chance to admire and travel on a range of...

Redrow launches new school at Romansfield

A brand-new primary school has been opened at Redrow Homes’ Romansfield development in Okehampton, Devon.

St James Church of England Primary & Nursery School, for children aged two to 11, has recently opened and is situated opposite the site providing parents with the peace of mind that their little ones can walk to school safely and within a short distance.

With 13 children having already enrolled, and more expected in September, the school is helping to create a thriving community at Romansfield which only launched in February this year.

Louise Coles, area...

Redrow Homes offers community fund for deserving causes in Okehampton

Redrow Homes has created a community fund to donate to the most deserving causes in Okehampton, home to its new Romansfield development.

The housebuilder is inviting local people and organisations to write to them, explaining how they would benefit from funding. The team at Redrow will then decide on which causes will receive the £2,000 financial boost.

Previously, funding provided by other Redrow divisions has contributed towards new benches for a local primary school and a book exchange being opened in an old converted telephone box for the community to enjoy.

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Comedians ‘Thinking Drinkers’ to visit Exeter pubs on gruelling adventure to save British boozers

Network Rail commits to summer of Dawlish beach cleans

Savvy South West savers lead the #FixFirst charge!

A guide to making your car look brand new

5 Hobbies That Can Make You Money

Domestic abuse bill requires significant cash investment says Exeter lawyer

Summer fun for everyone at The Donkey Sanctuary

Three SW groups shortlisted for housebuilder's £1m prize fund

Family friendly event marks 100 years of bus travel in Devon

Redrow launches new school at Romansfield

Redrow Homes offers community fund for deserving causes in Okehampton

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